2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1998 BMW 730 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB9 | 730 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |